The Bravest Of The Brave: Michel Ney, Marshal Of France, Duke Of Elchingen, Prince Of The Moskowa, 1769-1815 (1912)

The Bravest Of The Brave is a biography of Michel Ney, a French Marshal, Duke of Elchingen, and Prince of the Moskowa, who lived from 1769 to 1815. Written by Andrew Hilliard Atteridge and first published in 1912, the book provides a detailed account of Ney's life, including his early years, his military career, and his role in the French Revolution and the Napoleonic Wars. The book explores Ney's rise to prominence as a military leader, his loyalty to Napoleon Bonaparte, and his participation in some of the most significant battles of the era, including the Battle of Waterloo. It also delves into Ney's personal life, including his marriage and family, and his relationships with other notable figures of the time, such as Napoleon and the Duke of Wellington.Throughout the book, Atteridge portrays Ney as a courageous and skilled military leader who was fiercely loyal to his country and his emperor. He also highlights Ney's bravery on the battlefield, earning him the nickname ""The Bravest of the Brave."" Overall, The Bravest Of The Brave provides a comprehensive and engaging account of one of France's most celebrated military leaders, offering readers a glimpse into the life and times of a fascinating historical figure.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.